Which of the Following Organisms Is NOT Ultimately Dependent on the Sun

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following organisms is NOT ultimately dependent on the sun as a source of energy?

• A) A night-blooming flower is pollinated by night-flying bats.
• B) An underground earthworm avoids the sun.
• C) A cave fish feeds on debris that washes down to it.
• D) All of the choices ARE ultimately dependent on the sun.
• E) All of the choices are NOT ultimately dependent on the sun.

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